Harbor House InnvsThe Waterman
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Wayfarer scores slightly better than Harbor House Inn. The Wayfarer is ranked #22 in Santa Barbara with accolades from 5 publications such as Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Gayot.
Harbor House Inn
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Gayot
104 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $134/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
Oyster Mid-Range
"Harbor House Inn looks like something out of a Disney fairytale: Charming and quaint, this 17-room bed and breakfast-style inn sits in a quiet residential area just minutes from West Beach." Full review
Lonely Planet "Down by the harbor, this freshly converted motel offers good-value studios, including two that welcome your four-legged friend with open arms." Full review
Gayot "In a quiet neighborhood just off the waterfront, this seventeen-unit motor court surprises with its homey accommodations."
The Waterman Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
12 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $169/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Gayot "Guests can choose from 31 modern private and shared accommodations with full en-suite bathrooms. All enjoy access to a community kitchen and heated outdoor pool." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Wayfarer has both shared and pri- vate rooms—along with free Wi-Fi, a Spanish colonial–style communal kitchen, and a heated pool." Full review
Fodor's "Rates include breakfast, use of the community kitchen, and access to the outdoor heated pool and a sunny deck with reclining lounge chairs." Full review
Afar Magazine "Part hostel and part hotel, The Wayfarer is a sweet spot for those who want a playful, not-too-fussy place to rest their heads after a long day of traveling." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Definitely in a category of its own." Full review
